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Newspaper
Guyra Argus
Location
Guyra, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1953
Page
2
The Argus argues fears of a post armistice slump are unfounded. It stresses defence spending, government duty to plan replacements in peacetime, and cautions leaders must avoid tying their hands to war metrics while preparing for future economic stability.
Professor A. J. Birch of Sydney University requests a supply of bile from kangaroo gall bladders for organic chemistry research. He seeks any available sources or arrangements to obtain the specimens for scientific study.
The Red Cross Society Board has postponed its event to August 8. At 3 p.m. the Society and the Parents and Citizens’ Association will entertain Miss Gladys McLean at the CW Rooms. Ladies are asked to bring refreshments.
A Saturday ceremony marks the switch on of 2ADs new transmitter units along the New England Highway four miles south of Armidale. Distinguished visitors from the Broadcasting Control Board and the Postmaster General will attend in the board room of the New England County Council.
A century old history excerpt compares Rome’s conquests to Soviet actions, noting protector rhetoric masking expansion. It argues fear and vigilance curb ambitions, citing Creasy and Decisive Battles of the World, and ends with a sharp quip on preventing the leopard’s changing spots.
Sydney reports substantial pay rises and a 35 hour week with higher penalty rates as clerks in primary producers agencies across Australia file a new log of claims. The law was filed in the Federal Arbitration Court.
A turbulent pre war period in Mexico frames the film Viva Zapata with Marlon Brando as the rising star. The program also features The Mob and other reels, highlighting Western and musical dramas with noted stars and settings.
The total lunar eclipse was witnessed under perfect conditions in the Guyra district last Sunday night. The piece explains the mechanics of Earth's shadow, historical superstitions, and anecdotes about eclipses with a closing quip about a moon mission or Kremlin proposal.
The Shell Oil Company Film Unit presented a free screening at the Arcadia Theatre in Guyra seen by over 400 people. The program featured a colour documentary on Australia, a Man Isle motorcycle race short, a Rover engine car sequence, novelty shorts, and a comedy. The event, organized with Junetto Garage, showcased educational content and modern industry showcases in a two and a half hour program.
England drew the heady Fourth Test at Headingley as Australia failed to chase 177 in 115 minutes, falling 30 runs short with six wickets in hand. Pim, Harvey, and the Irish-like chase saw Australia flounder while England clung to a nervy stalemate amid dramatic lower order twists.
The Australian Airotile Lond and Finnie Co Ltd reported a highly successful year ending June 1953 in cattle sales. Figures show strong volume and prices driven by demand, with multiple consignors contributing to the top results at Homebush and other markets.
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